
Entry Level Building Automation Systems (BAS) Engineer - Summer 2027
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Job overview
Jacobs seeks an entry-level BAS engineering professional for its Life Sciences team. The role supports design, subcontract package development, and on-site commissioning assistance for building automation systems in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare facilities. The engineer supports senior BAS and instrumentation and controls engineers, contributes to project deliverables and reports, and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams.
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Full job description
Jacobs is seeking a motivated Entry Level BAS (Building Automation Systems) Engineering Professional to join our Life Sciences team in Conshohocken, PA. This role will involve the design, subcontract package development, and on-site assistance for commissioning of BAS systems for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and healthcare facilities.
Bring your curiosity, talent for multi-tasking and collaboration, and organizational skills and we’ll help you grow, pursue and fulfill what drives you - so we can make big impacts on the world, together.
Key Responsibilities
The entry level engineer will support senior BAS and I&C (Instrumentation & Controls) engineers in the integration and control of various building systems including HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), lighting, security, fire safety, and energy management systems. Responsibilities include supporting the preparation of technical documentation, system design reviews, and helping ensure compliance with industry standards. In this role, you will also contribute to the preparation of project deliverables (AF&IDs, IO Indexes, Sequence of Operations, Plans, etc.) and reports and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including mechanical, electrical, and process engineers.
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Completion of a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Automation Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline
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Authorization to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship, now or in the future
Ideally You’ll Also Have:
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3.0 GPA or higher
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Previous internship experience in engineering or construction
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Working knowledge of AutoCAD or Revit Software
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HVAC/mechanical systems knowledge
Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.
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- Pay
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- North Carolina median$111–170K/yr91 salary ranges
- US median$27–37/hr824 hourly ranges
- Openings
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- Education
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